Hook Norton Brewery News

Whenever we have some news from the brewery or any of our pubs, we’ll be sure to post it here. Look out for lots of stories coming up, reporting on events and anything else we think might be of interest to you!

Hook Norton Brewery’s Balmoral Takes Top Honours at His First-Ever Ridden Show

Hook Norton Brewery is celebrating an outstanding achievement for one of its most distinguished working horses, Balmoral, after the Shire horse made a remarkable debut in the ridden show ring. In his first ever novice ridden show, Balmoral impressed judges and spectators alike under the guidance of Hook Norton Brewery’s Head Coachman, Nicholas Carter, securing victory and announcing […]

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Hook Norton Brewery Achieves Planet Mark Certified – Business

Hook Norton Brewery has achieved Planet Mark Certified – Business, recognising its commitment to measuring, managing and reducing its carbon emissions. The certification follows a year of carbon measurement with Planet Mark, covering the period from 1 October 2024 to 30 September 2025. As part of the process, the brewery established its carbon measurement boundary […]

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The Customers’ Choice Award Returns!

Hook Norton Brewery is delighted to announce the return of the Customers’ Choice Award at this year’s annual Hooky Awards. Following its wildly successful debut, the category gives pubgoers across the region the power to vote for their favourite local. Whether your local earns your top spot for serving an impeccably kept pint of Hooky, […]

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NOXAIDUK Delivers Two More Fire Engines to Ukraine, Taking Total to Eight

Oxfordshire-based charity NOXAIDUK has delivered a further two fire engines and vital rescue equipment to Ukraine, taking the total number of fire engines it has delivered to eight. The latest mission saw NOXAIDUK co-founder and former firefighter James Clarke joined by three serving Oxfordshire firefighters — Corrie King, Lisa Barnes and Karen Bellcourt — on […]

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Spectacular Horse and Carriage Drive Raises Funds for Thames Valley Air Ambulance

A spectacular charity horse and carriage drive took place on Sunday 26 July in aid of Thames Valley Air Ambulance, bringing an impressive collection of heavy and light horse-drawn carriages through Hook Norton and attracting crowds of spectators along the route. The event, departing from Hook Norton Brewery, featured nine heavy horse carriages, showcasing some […]

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Hook Norton Brewery and Oakham Ales Reunite to Launch Sun Drift Pale Ale

Hook Norton Brewery and Oakham Ales Reunite to Launch Sun Drift Pale Ale Two of Britain’s most respected independent breweries have joined forces once again to create the perfect beer for summer. Hook Norton Brewery and craft beer legends Oakham Ales have reunited to brew Sun Drift Pale Ale (4.1%) – a crisp, refreshing golden cask […]

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Old Hooky Goes Zero! Hook Norton Brewery stirs up tradition with it’s first alcohol free ale. 

There’s a new beer settling into the cellar at Hook Norton Brewery, and it’s turning tradition on its head – comfortably so! The historic Oxfordshire brewery, established in 1849, is thrilled to announce the launch of Old Hooky Zero, a premium zero alcohol ale crafted for those who love a timeless pub classic but prefer […]

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Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal visits Hook Norton Brewery

Royal visit arranged by the Oxfordshire Lieutenancy marks brewery’s historic restoration Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal visited Hook Norton Brewery in Oxfordshire today, in a visit arranged by the Oxfordshire Lieutenancy to mark a significant chapter in the history of one of England’s last remaining family-owned Victorian tower breweries. Schoolchildren lined the route as […]

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Hook Norton Brewery Supports 40th Anniversary Hooky 6-Mile Road Race

Hook Norton Brewery Supports 40th Anniversary Hooky 6-Mile Road Race Hook Norton Brewery is proud to announce its support for the 40th anniversary of the Hooky 6-Mile Road Race, taking place on Sunday 2 August, with the race starting at 10.00am. First held in 1986 by a handful of pioneering members of Hook Norton Harriers, the […]

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Hook Norton Brewery and Five Points Brewing Co unite for new all-English hop cask ale

Super excited to say we joined forces with London-based craft brewery Five Points Brewing Co to create a new limited cask ale celebrating modern British brewing rooted in tradition.   Points of Brew (3.8% Light Copper Ale) is a modern interpretation of a traditional English ale: soft, layered, balanced and highly drinkable. Together, we set […]

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Hooky Gold at American SpeedFest 2026

Hook Norton Brewery made a dynamic appearance at American SpeedFest at Brands Hatch on 6th and 7th June, joining NASCAR Euro Series Rookie Challenge driver Dan Boys and the series’ ‘in-house’ racing team, Team FJ. Now in its 13th year, American SpeedFest is a celebration of all things American, featuring high-octane NASCAR races, a full […]

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Hook Norton Brewery Hosts Oxford Brewers Alliance As Four Charities Receive £12,000 Boost

Hook Norton Brewery proudly opened its doors on Wednesday, 3rd June, to host the latest monthly meeting of the Oxford Brewers Alliance (OBA). The evening combined world-class technical brewing insights with a major celebration of local charitable giving. A £12,000 Boost for Worthy Causes Before the evening’s formal presentations got underway, the Alliance marked the […]

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